2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Kia Soul

To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Avensis 2012 Kia Soul
Make Toyota Kia
Model Avensis Soul
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1416 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 48 L


 

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